variously

Thân thiện

The participants represented the alternatives variously.

Definition

Adverb: - In various ways or manners; diversely: Used to indicate that something is done, appears, or is described in several different ways or from several different perspectives.

Usage

The adverb "variously" is used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb to show that the action or description applies in multiple, differing ways. It often precedes a past participle (e.g., variously described, variously interpreted) to indicate a range of opinions, methods, or outcomes.

Examples

• The historical event has been variously interpreted by scholars. (Scholars have interpreted the event in several different ways.)
• The artist's style was variously influenced by Impressionism and Cubism. (The artist's style was influenced in different ways by these movements.)
• The proposal was variously received, with some praising it and others criticizing it. (The proposal was received in different manners.)

Advanced Usage

• "Variously known as...": Used to introduce different names or titles for the same thing.
  • The plant, variously known as cilantro or coriander, is used in many cuisines.
• "Variously estimated at...": Used to indicate a range of numerical estimates.
  • The crowd was variously estimated at between 5,000 and 10,000 people.

Variants and Related Words

• Various (adjective): Of different kinds; several.
  • She cited various reasons for her decision.
• Variety (noun): The quality or state of being different or diverse.
  • The menu offers a great variety of dishes.

Synonyms

• Diversely
• Differently
• In various ways
• Multifariously (more formal)

Antonyms

• Uniformly
• Consistently
• Similarly
• Unvaryingly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in diverse ways
   • the alternatives that are variously represented by the participants
   • the speakers treated the subject most diversely

Từ đồng nghĩa

• diversely
• multifariously